My advice for Freshmen and/or incoming transfer students is to be yourself. I know it is very intimidating coming to a big college campus, especially if you are not from here. You should never have to change yourself for others, and so many people...

I have always found running to be a fun hobby; however, I was always hesitant when considering entering a public race. Now after having experienced one, I encourage all that may have an interest in running to try out a 5k race. Because of yard signs...

Last year, I made a huge decision to move to the Middle East.  My sister and dad live and work there, so they were able to help get me a visa. Moving there was terrifying because everything was new to me, especially the culture and the religion. I...

Trigger warning: Discussion of violence against women and mentions of sexual assault. If you find yourself frequently on social media, it is likely that you have seen the name “Andrew Tate” popping up recently. Who is he, you might ask? Andrew...

Trigger warning: Discussion of gun violence and mass shootings. Whether or not you have been following the news, you have probably heard about the gun violence that has taken place in America recently. While dealing with these attacks isn’t a new...

“good 4 u” by rising musician Olivia Rodrigo, might get you thinking, “where have I heard this before?” Perhaps, it is “Misery Business” by early 2000s band Paramore. Since the release of “good 4 u,” Rodrigro has been facing backlash for...

Contrary to the current popular perception, reaping health, fitness and lifestyle benefits from exercise isn’t contingent on following a gym routine or chugging creatine. While these practices can be important to achieve a specific fitness goal, it...

We shouldn't shun pro golfers for leaving the PGA Tour for the Saudi LIV Golf League. LIV Golf, whose name reflects its 54-hole format, is an emerging pro golf league being funded by Saudi Arabia. The league has come into recent news following a string...

Now that school is back in session, we should aim to get children back toward exercising. Hearing the words "Fitnessgram Pacer Test" may cause negative flashbacks for some, but physical education is vital for improving the lives of our children. We...

The warm sun heats your skin as you walk along the fairground devouring fresh funnel cakes and a crisp, cold lemon shake-up. The excited screams of children on rides fill the air, and you can feel the adrenaline in your fingertips. These festivals are...

You have probably heard teachers, parents and advisers discuss lists of the top 10 or top 50 colleges in the country. The colleges are measured by components such as graduation rate, wealth, selectivity of admission, published research and alumni success;...

My boyfriend and I traveled from Washington, Illinois to St. Louis, Missouri to see the Chicago Cubs play the St. Louis Cardinals on Aug. 3rd, 2022. This would be the first baseball game I saw in-person, also the first professional sport I got to see...